Although the recruitment process remains the same post pandemic, the usual timings of the examination has undergone drastic changes altogether.
The candidates clearing the cut-off score qualify for the Main examinations, conducted across four days in August–September at selected centres in Kolkata and at the WBPSC office.
Generally, according to the records of the WBPSC, candidates with higher scores prefer WBCS (Exe), WBPS, and some allied services like the erstwhile WBCTS as their first choice.
They also issue orders in Executive Magistrate Courts and enforce certain sections of the Criminal Procedure Code.
The highest position attainable for WBCS (Exe) officers is that of Departmental Secretary, with three posts of District Magistrate reserved for them in West Bengal.
Many aspirants prefer WBRS over WBCS (Exe) and WBPS due to its better work-life balance, urban postings, and reduced political interference, which contributes to a more comfortable work environment.
WBRS officers, as Assistant Commissioners of Revenue, handle the collection of State GST and prevent tax evasion through searches and raids.